2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Hyundai Equus (380 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Equus | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2410 mm |
